unSeminary Podcast
Faith Forward: Fr. Peter Wojcik on Strategies for Engaging Millennials, Gen Z, & Gen Alpha in the Church
Aug 17, 2023
Fr. Peter Wojcik, pastor at Saint Clement Parish in Chicago, shares strategies for engaging Gen Z in the church. Recognize Gen Z's longing for spirituality, community, and contribution. Prioritize their preferences and create openings for their involvement. Discusses 'chosen' program for discipleship and community service efforts.
34:57
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Recognize that Gen Z is open to church engagement, but their parents never brought them, so focus on listening to them, providing opportunities to serve, and inviting them to belong before finding Jesus.
- To engage younger generations, prioritize community and belonging, align your ministries with their preferences, and continue learning about younger generations to create compelling and inclusive spaces.
Deep dives
Creating a Community of Belonging
Father Wojczyk discusses how their parish, St. Clement, focuses on creating a community where everyone is welcome. They prioritize inclusivity and empowerment, allowing everyone, regardless of their background, to come to Jesus and be a leader. The community emphasizes the importance of belonging and offers various programs to engage different generations, especially millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha. They recognize that young people are longing for spirituality and connection, and they invite them to belong before they believe. Their approach includes hosting events like Theology on Tap, where young adults can connect and have meaningful conversations about purpose and identity.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
